Vaibhav Suryavanshi

Vaibhav Suryavanshi

Role: Batsman

Batting Style: Left Handed Bat

Bowling Style: Left-arm orthodox

Country: India

Team: Rajasthan Royals

Player profile for Vaibhav Suryavanshi

Vaibhav Suryavanshi, born on March 27, 2011, Vaibhav Suryavanshiin Tajpur, Samastipur, Bihar, is an emerging Indian cricketer who gained national attention for his remarkable performances at a young age.

Early Life and Family

Vaibhav hails from a farming family in Bihar. His father, Sanjiv Suryavanshi, recognizing his son’s passion for cricket, made significant sacrifices to nurture his talent, including selling farmland to support Vaibhav’s cricketing aspirations.

Cricketing Milestones

  • Domestic Debut: At just 12 years and 284 days, Vaibhav made his first-class debut for Bihar against Mumbai in January 2024, becoming one of the youngest players to feature in the Ranji Trophy.
  • Record-Breaking Century: In October 2024, playing for India’s Under-19 team, he scored a century against Australia Under-19s off just 58 balls, setting a record for the fastest century by an Indian in Under-19 Tests.
  • List A Achievement: Later that year, Vaibhav became the youngest player to score a fifty in List A cricket, achieving this feat at the age of 13 years and 269 days during a match against Baroda in the Vijay Hazare Trophy.

Indian Premier League (IPL) Career

In November 2024, at 13 years and 8 months, Vaibhav was acquired by Rajasthan Royals for ₹1.10 crore during the IPL mega auction, making him the youngest player ever signed in IPL history.

Controversy

Following his IPL selection, questions arose regarding his age. In response, his father provided evidence of multiple bone tests conducted over the years to confirm Vaibhav’s stated age, emphasizing transparency and authenticity.

Playing Style

Vaibhav is a left-handed batsman and a slow left-arm orthodox bowler. He idolizes Brian Lara for his resilience and match-winning abilities, drawing inspiration from the legendary West Indian batsman’s career.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s rapid rise in Indian cricket underscores his exceptional talent and the unwavering support of his family, positioning him as a promising prospect for the future of the sport.